The Peabody Preparatory is pleased to announce an adjunct Voice Teacher position in the Voice Department at the Peabody Preparatory with an anticipated start date of September 2024. The successful candidate will join a highly skilled and dedicated voice faculty as part of a vibrant and active department committed to helping students of all ages and levels achieve their potential; we embrace the novice musician as well as the serious student aspiring toward a career in music.

We seek dynamic and motivated candidates who love working with young voices and have a vision for expanding our opportunities and curriculum for pre-adolescent singers.

This part-time adjunct position offers the chance to grow: you'll initially teach class voice for 7-12 year olds and private lessons in our "Songbird" program for 9-12 year olds, while collaborating with the Voice Department Chair to develop new classes and opportunities that build on our current program. Preferred candidates for this position will have a background in Vocal Performance, Vocal Pedagogy, or Music Education, ideally with experience teaching elementary and middle school singers. Additional opportunities to teach teen and adult singers may be available according to departmental needs and candidate qualifications and interest.

About us

Established in 1894, the Peabody Preparatory boasts a rich history of nurturing musical talent. With approximately 2,500 students passing through its doors every week, the school is Maryland's premier community school for music and dance.

The Peabody Preparatory welcomes students of all ages and levels of ability, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can discover and develop their musical potential. Offerings range from early childhood classes that spark a lifelong love of music and dance, to programs designed for adults and professional dancers and musicians seeking to hone their skills.

Located in downtown Baltimore and sharing space with the renowned Peabody Conservatory, the Preparatory also extends its reach through four satellite campuses in the communities of Towson, Annapolis, Frederick, and Howard County, MD.

• Bachelor's degree in Vocal Performance, Vocal Pedagogy, and/or Music Education

• Master's degree or equivalent experience and training preferred.

• Experience teaching elementary and middle school singers

• Experience with changing voices a plus

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

• Familiarity with age-appropriate repertoire across genres and styles, including classical/traditional, musical theater, gospel, etc.

• Saturday and after-school/early evening availability

• Ability to travel independently to our Baltimore, Towson, Howard County, and, potentially, Annapolis campuses

Please submit:

1. Cover letter including a brief statement of experience

2. Current résumé or CV

3. Optional: YouTube link or links to 1-3 recordings (no more than 10 minutes total) of recent performances and/or teaching.

Applications received before July 7th will be given priority, but position remains open until filled.

Job Type: Part Time Johns Hopkins University is committed to active recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body. The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members. Consistent with the University’s goals of achieving excellence in all areas, we will assess the comprehensive qualifications of each applicant.